Steve Miller says that such injections are a quick fix and do not get to the root of the problem.

"Yet again the UK is looking for a miracle to fight the fat. Injections in my opinion are yet another fad to add to the endless list of quick fixes. They will not deal with the underlying reasons as to why people are fat and long term I am cynical as to how effective they will be.

"Until people realise that a fat body is the result of a lack of motivation and focused mind-set, will we remain the fat man of Europe.

"In my opinion, people are much better advised to work with a clinical hypnotherapist or professional weight loss coach who has expertise in helping fat people break unhealthy habits and create new ones that ensure we eat less and eat better.